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Explore one of the world's deepest canyons on a 2-day Colca Canyon Trek tour. Be amazed by the beautiful landscapes and amazing mountains in this fantastic place and immerse yourself in nature.

About this activity

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Duration 2 days: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Spanish
Small group: Limited to 11 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Anje – Germany

Very well organized with the Oasis Agency and our Tour Guide Alex was amazing. For a person who does not go hiking very often it can be challenging but also very rewarding with the views. It’s a once in a lifetime trekking so I highly recommend you do it! I liked that on the second day we were very early in the spots so that we were not in those places with tourist crowds.

Tamara – Denmark

Rafael is without a doubt the best tour guide I have ever had! His passion and personal connection to the area made the trek much more interesting and informative. We got to taste delicious fruits and herbs along the way, as well as hearing a lot of super interesting stories about the area and it’s history. Lunch and breakfast was delicious both days. Just what you need after a long night/day of hiking. The accommodation was very beautiful as well. Simple, but it has everything you need. As a hiker with not much experience, the hike was definitely challenging (especially day 2 which is only upwards), but it was still manageable. Rafa made sure to set the pace in the beginning, but let everyone go at their own pace after about 30 minutes, so there was no rush at all, if you’re not the fastest. I had a lot of fun with the group I went with, which is of course a huge bonus. All in all it was an incredible experience, and I would recommend this specific trip for anyone considering!

Highlights

Enjoy a 2-day hiking tour one of the world's deepest canyons
Learn about local flora and fauna from professional guides
Admire the Colca Valley landscapes while hiking through the canyon
Experience an opportunity to admire the majestic flight of Condors
Spend the night in a spectacular oasis and relax before your hiking

Full description

Enjoy a 2-day trekking tour of Colca Canyon, and immerse yourself in beautiful landscapes while exploring one of the world's deepest canyons. Leave Arequipa and see Condor's Cross and views of Andean Valleys.

Start the adventure very early with pickup from your accommodation in Arequipa, and travel to the Valley of Colca (3 hours). Make a short stop to have breakfast at Chivay.

Continue the route towards the Condor’s Cross (3,800 m.a.s.l.) to watch one of the most amazing natural wonders: the condors flying. Reach the Pampas of San Miguel (3,300 metres above sea level). Hike at the bottom of the canyon, for 4.6 miles (3 hours).

Arrive to the town of San Juan de Chuccho, to enjoy a well-deserved rest with lunch. Contine the trek through the towns of Cosñirhua y Malata for 2.5 more miles (2.5 hours). Arrive at Sangalle (2,225 m), a spectacular oasis where we will spend the night. Enjoy a bath in the pool, and have dinner at night.

Wake up early the next morning to start the hike of 2.5 miles ascending the canyon slope, for around 3 hours, admiring the sunrise with incredible views, until we reach the town of Cabanaconde (3,230 m).

Travel to the town of Chivay, making short stops to the viewpoint of Antahuilque, with beautiful views of Andean terraces and the valley of Colca. Visit the town of Maca, with a panoramic visit to its colonial church.

Take time to visit the hot springs of Yanque and enjoy the powerful hot water pools have healing properties as well as relaxing effects before enjoying an optional tasty lunch at Chivay.

You can take the transfer to Puno in a regular bus (optional), departing from Chivay at 01:00 p.m., and arriving to the main square of Puno at 7:00 p.m.

Or, you can return to the city of Arequipa and pass near the National Reserve Pampa Cañahuas, home of different types of camelids such as llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos and arrive back in Arequipa. We will drop you off two blocks from Plaza de Armas.

Includes

Pick up from the hotel located in Arequipa
Transport to back to the city of Arequipa or Puno (optional)
Professional guide in Spanish and English
One night of basic accommodation at Sangalle
Food and drinks: 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner

Entry ticket to Colca Valley (foreigner 70 Sol/Latino foreigner 40 Sol to be paid in local currency)
Entry ticket to hot springs (15 Sol to be paid in local currency)
Hotel drop-off
Gratuities
Toilet paper in the accommodation at Sangalle

Not suitable for

Children under 15 years
Pregnant women
People over 60 years

Important information

What to bring

Passport
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Swimwear
Towel
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Toiletries
Cash
Flashlight

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From Arequipa: 2-day Colca Canyon Trek Tour